African Focus
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CHIETA and Services SETA MoU to enhance skills development
CHIETA and Services SETA have joined forces to open more SMART Skills Centres, bringing advanced digital and 4IR training to KwaZulu-Natal. Discover how this strategic partnership is set to transform skills development and expand opportunities across South Africa.
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Ghana Minister of Health explores SA’s vaccine manufacturing operations
Ghana’s Minister of Health recently toured leading South African vaccine production sites with AVMI leaders, exploring firsthand how SA’s advanced capabilities could drive new partnerships and boost access to life-saving vaccines. Discover what this collaboration could mean for African health innovation.
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Finding the right sunscreen for dark skin tones
Choosing the right sunscreen is vital for people with dark skin, who are more likely to experience hyperpigmentation from UVA rays. Discover why effective sun protection goes beyond SPF, and how new sun care innovations are meeting the unique needs of diverse skin tones.
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13-year-old entrepreneur develops Zoemsalf
At just 13, Engelize Botha’s award-winning Zoemsalf uses pure beeswax to tackle everything from acne scars to burns. Discover why this all-rounder skincare solution is making headlines and earning top honours—see what makes Zoemsalf the buzzworthy choice for healthy skin.
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IMCD launches Beauty Studio in South Africa
IMCD has unveiled its innovative Beauty Studio in Johannesburg, offering local beauty brands a creative space with ready-to-use base formulations and expert support to speed up product development. Discover how this new hub could boost your next hair care launch.
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Drones deliver medicine to hardest-to-reach locations
Discover how drones are revolutionising medicine delivery to remote areas in Africa. Insights from the SAPICS Conference reveal how the latest drone technology is boosting healthcare access and transforming supply chains—see how these high-flying solutions are making a real difference.
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Symrise Nigeria upgrades application labs
Symrise has unveiled upgraded application labs in Lagos, enhancing its ability to deliver innovative flavours, fragrances, and personal care solutions to the Nigerian market. Discover how this investment strengthens Symrise’s commitment to growth and excellence across Africa.
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Sanofi and Biovac partner to produce polio vaccines
Sanofi and Biovac are joining forces to locally produce Africa’s first inactivated polio vaccine, aiming to supply over 40 countries. Discover how this partnership marks a major step toward vaccine self-sufficiency and supporting Africa CDC’s bold 2040 target.
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Kylie Cosmetics launches in SA
Kylie Cosmetics has officially arrived in South Africa, bringing Kylie Jenner’s must-have beauty favourites to ARC stores and online. Discover the latest matte lip kits, vegan formulas and trendsetting essentials now available nationwide—find out what’s making waves in beauty and see the full collection!
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ALPLA joins forces with Re-Purpose
ALPLA and Re-Purpose are teaming up to boost plastic recycling in South Africa, with a €60 million plant in Ballito set to create jobs and produce over 35 000t of recycled PET annually. Discover how this partnership is changing the local plastics landscape.
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Silab wins ICIC Award for Inclusium
Silab’s Inclusium, inspired by inclusive beauty and designed for all skin types, has won the ICIC Award at the International Cosmetics Innovation Conference for its breakthrough in natural skincare. Discover how this innovative ingredient addresses the diverse needs of healthy, radiant skin across age, gender, and ethnicity.
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Afriplex sets out to pioneer SSCI standards in Africa
Afriplex is set to become Africa’s first nutritional supplement company to meet global SSCI safety and compliance standards—opening doors to major international markets. Discover how this groundbreaking move could set a new benchmark for the continent’s supplement industry.
